Solar Photovoltaic Energy Fundamentals provides an introduction to renewable energy production using solar technologies. The course begins with an overview of solar energy – how sunlight is converted to electricity and heat. Topics also include basic residential and commercial solar electric and thermal system design and installation of photovoltaic plates, markets and applications, and emerging technologies such as wind and hydropower technologies. The environmental, costs, and political considerations will also be discussed. After completing Solar Energy Fundamentals students will be equipped with a basic understanding of the following: The course is designed for anyone interested in knowing more about solar energy. No prior knowledge or experience in solar energy is required. Students will be assigned 5 homework assignments, and 1 final exam for each course. Introduction to Solar Energy Solar Energy Market Overview and Trends Basic Electricity Overview Direct Solar – Active and Passive Solar Heating, Solar Thermal Electricity, and Photovoltaics Indirect Solar – Hydropower, Wind This course is Instructor-led and delivered through our award-winning online Learning Management System.
